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Avatar for Hughes Contractors, LLC
Hughes Contractors, LLC
4.8(
36
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Serving Covington, OH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"This is the second project Hughes completed for me. It is hard to find a good honest contractor like Hughes! Hughes is responsive, communicates well, completes the job on time and does great work! I would definitely recommend Hughes! Hughes installed a concrete driveway and excavated my yard for an above ground swimming pool."
Commercial Concrete
Garage Demolition
Garage Demolition
Garage Demolition
Response time2 days
Response rate89%
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Thorpe Site Solutions
5.0(
11
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Serving Covington, OH and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We used Thorpe Site Solutions for a big land clearing project and I was blown away by the results. Harry handled everything with his Bobcat like a pro — he cleared brush, leveled the ground, and even hauled away all the debris with their dump trailer. Fast, clean, and efficient. If you need land cleared, this is the team to call!!"
Driveway Repair
Driveway Repair
Home Edition
Home Edition
Home Edition

+5

Response time1 day
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Hughes Contractors
5.0(
18
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Serving Covington, OH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I use Hughes contractors weekly for many different excavation and concrete projects. They always do a great job and are a pleasure to work with! Highly recommended."
Excavating Project
Backfilled, finish graded, Seeded and matting
Concrete Sidewalk & Steps
Clearing and Grubbing
Clearing and Grubbing

+49

Response time3 days
9 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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Five Guys Property Maintenance
4.2(
81
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Serving Covington, OH and surrounding areas

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In business since 2011

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"They repaired our railing, replaced a few deckboards and stained our deck and we couldn?t be more happy with how the project turned out. Highly recommend!"
Lawn Care
Huber Heights Pool Deck
Troy Remodel
Troy Exterior Remodel After
Troy Before

+15

Response time8 hrs
147 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by86%of homeowners
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Russell Laine Construction, LLC
4.6(
14
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Serving Covington, OH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I had a wood deck redone in composite. They used the existing frame and were able to add to it in order to increase the overall size. Nice group of guys did the work. The cuts are very clean and the deck is solid. It looks great! I requested a change towards the end of the project that required extra labor and they worked with me on that to get the deck just how I wanted. Would use their services again."
Residential Bridge
Residential Bridge
Residential Bridge
Residential Bridge
Residential Bridge

+15

Response time1 day
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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Smittys Lawn Care and Landscaping
4.2(
13
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Serving Covington, OH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"They're a very good quality company, they have been around in this area for a long time and do good work in a timely manor. They are real good guys."
Response time1 day
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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DF Homes
4.8(
8
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Serving Covington, OH and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"Drew did a great job... He was fair in price and worked very hard with great attention to even the smallest detail. He was very easy to work with. I even added another job while he was there and he did that also. I would highly recommend him and will use him in the future for other projects... I am very pleased..."
Response time1 day
Response rate96%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Clark's Excavating
New to Angi

Serving Covington, OH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1998

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

Clark's Excavating is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.\n\n

Response time10 mins
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Excavating questions, answered by experts

In most areas, you will need a permit for excavation work, even for projects that only involve grading or yard leveling. Permit requirements depend on your local government and the scope of the project, but they are especially common for significant digging or work that could affect utilities or public property. These permits help protect the local topography and prevent drainage issues. An experienced excavation company will typically know whether permits are needed and can often handle the process of pulling and closing them for you. You can also verify permit requirements by contacting your local building department and describing your project.

The time it takes to build a pool—and dig out the area—varies based on the pool size and type. A professional excavator will take between four and eight hours to dig a pool. The process will take longer if they encounter large boulders or tree roots. Keep in mind that this is a small part of the process in the long run. You will need between eight and 12 weeks to build a pool from start to finish, including the time to apply for permits.

It takes one hour to dig a 10-foot trench by hand. Use a trenching shovel with a sharp tip and a long head. Plan for more time if your soil is heavy or rocky. Consider renting a trencher if you’re digging a long or deep trench or if you have challenging soil or terrain. 

Downspouts should be buried at least 5 to 10 feet away from your foundation. This can vary depending on your local building codes, soil type, and property slope. The main goal is to ensure water is directed away from your foundation.

The physical constraints of hand-drilling a well limit the depth you can achieve. Manually digging with picks and shovels may only lead to shallow wells of up to 60 feet in depth. To reach greater depths, you need more specialized equipment. The diameter of your well and the tools you’re using will determine how far down you can dig.

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